The first training camp of the year for the Chinese men's national football team has concluded in Hainan. The results of the evaluation conducted by head coach Ivanković on several new national players have also been released. According to reports from related media and sources, three new national players have successfully passed the assessment and will remain with the team to play against Saudi Arabia and Australia in the 18th round of matches in March. Who are these three new national players? Please continue reading!
The first is Hou Yongyong! His selection this time was a natural fit. It is reported that Ivanković had long wanted to recruit Hou Yongyong for an evaluation. However, since Hou Yongyong previously played for Lanhjem in the Norwegian First Division in Europe, it was very inconvenient for him to travel back and forth. Long-distance travel could potentially affect the player's condition if he turned out to be unsuitable. Nevertheless, Hou Yongyong remained under Ivanković's observation.
Honestly, as the top scorer and MVP of the Norwegian First Division, Hou Yongyong undoubtedly possesses a certain level of ability. Therefore, during the winter break, Ivanković specially arranged for Hou Yongyong to join the national team for an evaluation. Currently, the evaluation of Hou Yongyong seems to be going well. Moreover, the key point is that Hou Yongyong is about to join the new Chinese Super League team Yunnan Yulong. This way, Hou Yongyong can be called up by Ivanković at any time.
The second is Wu Shaocong. Previously, Wu Shaocong was the first domestic player to go abroad. In Turkey and Poland, Wu Shaocong once secured a starting position. However, due to injury, Wu Shaocong has not had many playing opportunities recently. But he was once a national player, and now, being in his prime, he also has experience playing abroad. At present, the Chinese men's national team's defensive line still needs further adjustments. Therefore, Wu Shaocong's selection this time is urgently needed! Ivanković places great importance on his assessment, especially in set-piece defense, where Wu Shaocong will take on a significant role. Judging from the results, media reports have revealed that Wu Shaocong has received recognition from head coach Ivanković.
The third is Yang Liyu! In the past at Guangzhou FC, Yang Liyu and Wei Shihao formed the front double guns of Guangzhou FC, helping the team capture cities and seize strongholds. In the past two years at Beijing Guoan, Yang Liyu also had outstanding performances, although not as impressive as during his time at Guangzhou FC, but still commendable. Yang Liyu's arrival provides Ivanković with more options in his lineup arrangements. As a winger who can both pass and shoot, Yang Liyu has good chemistry with the national team's main player Wei Shihao. At critical moments, Ivanković can completely let Wei Shihao and Yang Liyu combine their strengths to deliver a decisive blow to the opponents on behalf of the Chinese men's national team!
The addition of these three new national players will further enhance the strength of the Chinese men's national team. Taking points away from Saudi Arabia is a stable source of happiness! Do you agree?